Gums Bleeding

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   Gums bleeding??
   I’m wondering what the result of my gums bleeding when I brush my teeth. It doesn’t just happen every once in a while, it’s every time I brush. Could it be that I just have sensitive gums and need to use a soft bristled tooth brush or could it be something else?? And should I be concerned about this?? I never had anything wrong with my teeth or gums when I went to the dentist before, so I don’t know what the problem could be. This is a problem that I have had for years now but never thought anything of it until now.

   • ANSWER:
     I had this too, then I went and got my teeth cleaned at the dentist and all was good again.
     Bleeding from the gums is mainly due to inadequate plaque removal from the teeth at the gum line. This will lead to a condition called gingivitis , or inflamed gums. If plaque is not removed through regular brushing and dental appointments, it will harden into what is known as tartar. Ultimately, this will lead to increased bleeding and a more advanced form of gum and jawbone disease known as periodontitis .

2. QUESTION:
   gums bleeding!?
   im 13 i brush every night and try every morning and every time i eat sweets at home …. my gums are really sore and are bleeding every time i brush my teeth alot of blood….i have a apt. with my dentist next week wut could this be ?

   • ANSWER:
     this is what you can do along with the brushing floss everyday and then twice a day use listerine, the listerine will kill the infection in the gums! this happens to me sometimes (when i dont floss or listerine for a while)

     I hope this has helped!!!!!

     Alexia’s mommy

3. QUESTION:
   Gums Bleeding………………..?
   My gums were bleeding tonight pretty badly when I brushed my teeth. I’ve been noticing this for the past few days, but today it was extra-bad. I’ve heard this is a sign of pregnancy, but why does it happen and how early would I notice this?

   • ANSWER:
     oh ya tell me about it i have very sensitive teeth and i nearly lost a tooth from how much my gum was bleeding all the way through my pregnancy, but to be honest i can;t remember when i start but i remember it finished while after i gave birth, good luck and think positive take it as good sign

4. QUESTION:
   What could be the reasons for my gums bleeding?
   So i haven’t brushed my teeth in a while, i know i;m gross its whatever. When i did just a small section of my gums bled. This has happened before when i went long periods of time without brushing. Whenever i’m regular with brushing the bleeding goes away instantly. Like my gums bleed once then the next time i brush they don’t anymore. My friend said i have gingivitis, but i have no other symptoms other than my gums bleeding. What could be the problem?

   • ANSWER:
     You mostlikely have gingivitis.

5. QUESTION:
   How do I get my gums to stop bleeding?
   I brush four/five times a day and my gums bleed only on the four front bottom teeth.
   I recently have gotten my braces off.
   My teeth are white.
   Why are my gums bleeding and how do I stop the bleeding?
   My gums aren’t infected. They are bright pink.

   • ANSWER:
     The quickest way of stopping the bleeding issue is to get some NEEM OIL and also NEEM BARK and mix the two together to form a paste. Apply it to the gums and the bleeding will stop in one day. Continue putting the mixture on the gums and it will heal any issues you may have their.

     good luck to you

6. QUESTION:
   What is the meaning of gums bleeding in a dream ?
   I was in my bathroom at my house on my own. I looked into the mirror and opened my mouth and saw that my gums were bleeding. I paid particular notice of how white my teeth were and the blood was red. After this I just woke up, what does this mean ? Can anyone advise ?

   • ANSWER:
     dreams dont actually have meaning
     maybe you’re just worried about your teeth (thats the pnly thing close to a meaning you can get)

7. QUESTION:
   How do I keep my gums from bleeding?
   Whenever I brush my teeth my gums bleed. I don’t want to do anything out of my routine though because its working very good! My gums bleeding is the only flaw… What do I do?

   • ANSWER:
     You need to floss daily. They will bleed for while, then stop. You may be brushing too hard, but usually the problem is that the gums need to be taken care of by flossing.

8. QUESTION:
   My gums are were bleeding for 3 hours and they just now stopped?
   I was spitting chunks of blood out and I was trying to sleep and now my pillow has huge blood spots on it. My gums still feel very irritated. How serious is this and what should I do? I don’t have insurance. This doesn’t seem to be normal gum bleeding as there was a lot of blood. It started out kinda small a few days ago, it just got really bad today.

   • ANSWER:
     Try a salt water rinse. This will burn a lot but hold the salt water in your mouth as long as possible and repeat several times a day. Also Listerine mouthwash has healing proprieties, it also burns at first as your mouth heals ( Listerine heals after a few uses) then use on a regular basis and it doesn’t burn as it prevents problems and mouth sores. Try biting down on gauze until bleeding stops.

9. QUESTION:
   What would make my gums start bleeding literally overnight?
   Monday I woke up and when I brushed my teeth, my gums started bleeding like crazy. Not normal. And only around the teeth on the sides of my mouth, not my front 4 bottom and top teeth??? It hurts!!! And I thought if your gums bleed you need to brush more, so since then I have been brushing, gargling with saltwater & hydrogren peroxide. They are still bleeding and are so sore and achy now it hurts to brush, but I’m trying to keep them clean, so what can I do?? Sunday I was fine. How would this happen all of the sudden??

   • ANSWER:
     You might have a bad tooth and not know it. See a dentist. Your teeth can also bleed from brushing to hard.

10. QUESTION:
    Swollen, bleeding gums only around one tooth. Is this the typical gums bleeding when pregnant thing?
    I am 6 months pregnant. I’ve heard that you can get bleeding gums while pregnant but this is just in one spot. It’s in the back around the very last tooth. I can feel it with my tongue that it is very swollen and cut. I can’t get in to see my dentist for a while and am nervous to what it could be. Does this sound like the typical gums bleeding while pregnant thing or something else?

    • ANSWER:
      I had this in my first trimester. I developed an infection but they can give you antibiotics and mouthwash that are safe during pregnancy and it’ll all clear up no problem. Good luck

11. QUESTION:
    Is nose and gums bleeding common factor during pregnency?
    If nose and gums bleeding happen heavly during pregnency ,then what could be the solution of this problem? How it can be cured? Is it environmental factor?(im living in UAE-Sharjah) or mother internal hormonal factor?

    • ANSWER:
      I totally have both going on. It’s common during pregnancy. And unfortunately I don’t think there is anything to fix it. Just one of those things.

12. QUESTION:
    How long to reverse mild bleeding of gums when I brush/floss teeth?
    So I have a dentist appointment coming up and so I’m brushing my teeth, flossing and using mouth wash twice a day and noticed how my gums bleeds a little during the process. About how long will it take to have my gums not bleed?

    • ANSWER:
      The reason they bleed is because these areas have been neglected for a while and have plaque buildup around the teeth and gums. This irritates the gums, which when brushed over, bleed much easier. If you continue with toe good oral hygiene, there is less plaque around the tooth and therefore no irritant around the gums, giving them a chance to heal. Give it about 2 weeks tops to stop bleeding, provided your oral hygiene regime is really good.

13. QUESTION:
    How to get rid of phlegm and bleeding gums?
    I breathe from my mouth only when I sleep, during my sleep, my gums bleed, and I wake up with a lot of blood in my mouth and I think it is causing me to have phlegm in my throat, it is really annoying and disgusting. What to do?

    • ANSWER:
      you could have a sinus infection or allergies. try either a decongestant or allergy meds like clairiton.

      bleeding gums could be just really sensitive gums so brushing and flawsing regularly should relieve it. but you should get it checked out soon if it persists. cuz it sounds like an infection or virus of some sort.

14. QUESTION:
    My daughter just got about 4 crowns on her teeth last month and now her gums are bleeding?
    My daughter got the crowns about a month ago and just the last 4 days or so everytime I brush her teeth her gums bleed bad. I mean I bearly run the tooth brush over her teeth and her gums are bleeding really bad. I am taking her back to the dentist Monday to see what is going on. In the mean time is there anything to stop the bleeding and swelling?

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15. QUESTION:
    What is a solution to stop bleeding gums?
    Every time I brush my teeth my gums bleed, no matter how gentle I am. Any ideas guys?

    • ANSWER:
      Dont forget to brush your gums as well as your teeth, after a while the bleeding should subside.
      Also be sure to have dental check-ups and cleans to keep on top of it.
      Using corsodyl mouthwash is excellent for gum problems.

16. QUESTION:
    how do you stop your gums from bleeding?
    I used to have healthy gums but recently i noticed that my gums are receding and have turned a pale pink to white color instead of the usual red. What gives? To make things worse, my gums bleed everyday, even when i am not brushing my teeth. HELP! What’s wrong? I brush regulary 2x a day and use mouthwash 1x a day.

    • ANSWER:
      keep doing what your doing and use floss too, but you should see your dentist, because eventually your gum line will receed too much and you can easily lose your teeth that way!
      You have gingivitis and it can only be taken care of 100% by prescription meds given to you by your dentist!

17. QUESTION:
    What are bleeding gums a sign of other than gum disease?
    Like the slightest pressure causes them to bleed.

    Biting into food like apples and some times bananas.

    I dont want everyone to post the obvous bleeding guMs is gum disease. What else can cause bleeding gums? Like illnesses or anything? Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      Hello
      bleeding gums can be caused by Injury or trauma such as improper brushing and flossing and irritation from acidic drinks and medicines. Gum disease as you have bypassed. Mouth sores can cause sore gums and clotting disorders of the blood and hemophilia, and leukaemia can cause bleeding as well. Liver and kidney disorders and vitamin C which is low is another possible cause. Being pregnant can make your gums bleed from time to time too. Taking pills can make your gums bleed which thin the blood. So it can be caused by many many things.

18. QUESTION:
    How worried should I be about bleeding gums?
    I made an appointment with my dentist, but he is not available for another two and a half weeks. My gums have been bleeding for days now and are getting worse and worse. I’m worrying myself looking over information about gingivitis and peritonitis etc. Right now my gums and teeth look completely normal, they just bleed excessively when brushed. Will two and a half weeks before my dentist appointment be too long to wait? What should I do in the meantime?

    • ANSWER:
      Nothing much will happen in two and a half weeks. It may be annoying and uncomfortable but the waiting will not cause any complications. Measure the effects of these things in years, not days.

19. QUESTION:
    I’ve been brushing my teeth constantly and now my gums are bleeding what can i do to soothe the pain?
    I have braces so i started brushing like hell. No i don’t brush hard I think its just because i used tooth paste all the times i brushed. I’ll just use tooth paste like 2 times every day now. My gums bleed when i start to brush again and they kind of hurt later on. What can i do to soothe the pain?

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20. QUESTION:
    What disease causes the following symptoms: bleeding gums, loose teeth, painful and swollen joints?
    What disease causes the following symptoms: bleeding gums loose teeth painful and swollen joints and how do you cure them with natural remedies found on the Cape Verde islands?

    • ANSWER:
      it’s gum disease or periodontal disease in the advanced state which is periodontitis. taking care of your gums could entail only paying close attention to proper oral hygiene like proper brushing and careful flossing every after meal. this can help remove plaque that get stuck on teeth. having a regular dental check up and regular dental cleanings can make sure that teeth and gums stay healthy. water has a lot of health benefits and this can be advantageous to oral and dental health. make sure that you drink adequate amount of water to be able to keep bad bacteria in the mouth at bay. visit http://www.themouthdoctor.com for more gum care tips.

21. QUESTION:
    Are there misleading reasons given for gums bleeding when flossing?
    Often it is said to just keep flossing and the bleeding will stop.

    I think the problem is some people floss too fast and pinch the gum against the next teeth which makes it bleed.

    Also if the person has never flossed or brushed the gumline I think it would be easier if they got a water flosser or professional clean first before trying to get into the consistent flossing habit.

    • ANSWER:
      I think flossing with floss imbedded with sand is a really bad idea!

22. QUESTION:
    Why would they take blood work for my dogs bleeding gums?
    Her gums were bleeding so we took her in, they did some blood work and I have been waiting all morning for the call on the results.

    What could this be, I am sooooo worried.

    • ANSWER:
      infection, other disease, and if they have to put her under anesthesia to check her out they know if she’s okay or not.

23. QUESTION:
    Gums bleeding when cleaning teeth, what does it mean?
    I’ve been using an electric toothbrush since Christmas, but today I switched back to a normal brush, while cleaning I noticed my lower gums were bleeding.
    Should I be worried or is this normal, when making the transition from electric toothbrush to normal toothbrush?

    • ANSWER:
      Totally believe me the other week I had to go to my orthodontist and they said I had red and puffy gums. So they asked me Do they bleed when you floss or brush and I said yes is that bad brushed and flossed my teeth and they said when they bleed it’s just a bacteria build up. My mom asked if it’s normal when you don’t have braces and they said yes. So yes it is normal that your teeth are bleeding when you brush. Calm down.

24. QUESTION:
    How often to floss for swollen, receding, bleeding gums?
    Ok I have been horrible at keeping up with flossing and my gums have been bleeding easily, and receding and very swollen. So I started flossing this past week every other day and they seem a little better but still swollen. And they’ve been bleeding a lot. I’m wondering how often I should floss this week? I want to do every day like I’m supposed to but is every other day better for now or what? I really just want to toughen them up right now and get them healthier!

    • ANSWER:
      Every day is always best! They’re bleeding because they’re infected and the way to clear it up is to continue to floss. The plaque hanging out around your gums is irritating them and that’s why they’re swollen and bleeding. Usually it takes 2-3 weeks of flossing daily to clear up.

      Also remember to be gentle! I get worried when I hear “toughen them up” because I envision people being really rough and that will cause more pain, bleeding from trauma instead of plaque, and recession. Be gentle and try not to snap the floss down between the teeth.

25. QUESTION:
    Do I need to be concerned with my toddler’s gums bleeding?
    My little girl is 2 and I noticed that her gums were bleeding. She was just playing with me laughing and I was tickling her and I noticed blood. Its not from brushing her teeth. It’s just from random bleeding. What can cause that?

    Thank you
    Also, the part of her mouth that I noticed had blood was the front teeth up top. There was blood around the front 4 teeth. She has all her teeth.

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26. QUESTION:
    When should my gums stop bleeding after a tooth extraction?
    I had all four of my wisdom teeth extracted this morning at around 8am. My gums are still bleeding. I first changed my gauze every 30 minutes and now its at every hour. Its not horrible bleeding, but when should I stop using gauze? And when should the bleeding stop?

    • ANSWER:
      it will be like that for the first day and over night it will be tender seriously do not worry iu had loads out,smoking makes it mad try not to smoke just keep your face warm and do not brush there for couple of weeks.

27. QUESTION:
    Can fluoride toothpaste cause bleeding gums?
    I know bleeding gums can be caused by gingivitis etc, but I wondered if using a non-fluorided toothpaste helped. I had bleeding gums off and on for ages, started using kids toothpastes, which have less, as I preferred the taste. Now using one with no fluoride in it. Since then, I have never had any bleeding gums. Could this be coincidence?

    • ANSWER:
      Maybe you also are using a soft toothbrush as before you were using a medium? Not sure about that, all I know is that after researching this, I also use NON fluoride toothpaste – I don’t want that chemical in my bloodstream!!!!!!! I have had no dental issues since switching 2 years ago, and now that I think about it, my issue with gums bleeding occasionally has ALSO disappeared – coincidence? hmmmmmm

28. QUESTION:
    15 weeks pregnant and bleeding gums when I brush my teeth is this normal?
    I just finished brushing my teeth, and the bleeding is really getting annoying. As soon as I start my gums are bleeding and I mean a lot. I have never had this problem before. I think I am going to have to run out and buy a whole package of toothbrushes to get through this pregnancy. Anyone else having this problem? And is this normal? Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      You gain 40% more blood volume when you are pregnant, but I never had bleeding gums… I would call your DENTIST tomorrow and ask them if this is normal. Maybe you need to use different tooth paste / tooth brush. I got all of my dental work taken care of right before I got in to my 3rd trimester. Make sure nothing else is wrong please.

29. QUESTION:
    I had three cavities now my gums are cut and bleeding?
    I had to go a new dentist yesterday to save money, this guy did three facial cavities and now I have cut and bleeding gums.
    How do I help my gums heal?

    • ANSWER:
      Bleeding gums are most frequently linked back to a chronic and persistent condition, such as gingivitis, which forces the body to respond in a persistent manner to remove the source of the inflammation, in this case bacteria. Since the bacteria cannot be eradicated, as would be the case with an acute wound site that could be cleaned out, sterilized, and then directly treated with antibiotics, the recurrent nature of the irritant expresses itself in a low grade fever frequently not noticeable to the patient and also a continuous immune system response from the body. Failure to deal with gums bleeding will lead to the necessity to deal with gums receding. If it would still take more than 10 wild horses to drag you to the dentist at this point, the sad reality dictates that you might find yourself with your gum tissue destroyed to such an extent that an extensive skin graft is the only way of saving your teeth. Do not let things progress this far if you have the opportunity to seek out dental health care.

      Source: http://www.themouthdoctor.co.uk/gumdisease/6-areyourgumsbleedingonprobing.html

30. QUESTION:
    Is it normal to have bleeding gums when pregnant?
    I am 6 months pregnant and everytime i brush my teeth my gums bleed. I do not have dental insurance and I have no money to go to the dentist I am saving money for the baby. Is it normal just want to know if it happened to any other pregnant moms. My gums never bled before when i brushed. Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      Yes it does happen that your gums bleed. I would suggest that you use a mouth wash and a soft bristle tooth brush.
      There have been surveys done that now say that heart disease can be caused by the bacteria that get into your blood stream from bleeding gums.
      I do not say it is an emergency but please look after yourself and try to get to see a dentist at some point in the not too distant future.

31. QUESTION:
    How do I stop my gums from bleeding?
    I just got a dental deep cleaning and my gums are fine except for one spot between two of my back molars. This same spot has been bleeding for several hours and shows no sign of stopping. Are there any home remedies available that can put a stop to this bleeding quickly?

    • ANSWER:
      bleeding gums can be a warning and obvious sign that you are under attack by gum disease. be aware that gum disease shows off a warning sign in the advanced stage. have it checked by a dental expert to get proper treatments.

      tooth loss can eventually happen if you left gum disease untreated. if do not pay close attention to good oral hygiene then it can result to gum problems. make it a habit to carefully and properly brush and floss teeth every after meal. this can help remove plaque that sticks around teeth. and can fight bad bacteria that can cause oral infections.

      dental visits and dental cleanings are very helpful in taking care of the gums, teeth and oral health. an all natural oral care product can help keep gums and teeth healthy and promote fresh breath. visit http://www.oramd.co.uk for more tips on how to take care of the gums.

32. QUESTION:
    My gums are bleeding after scaling and root planing done today what should I do?
    My gums are bleeding after scaling and root planing done today what should I do? Is this normal because the dentist didn’t mention anything? Should I call tomorrow?

    • ANSWER:
      Hi:

      Rinse you mouth a few times a day with
      Warm water add a bit of salt to the glass. Your gums are soft as probably you are not brushing your gums and flossing.
      If it continues after a few days call the dentist.

      Good Luck

33. QUESTION:
    What is best toothpaste for gingivitis and bleeding gums?
    What is best toothpaste out there for this? I was going to use CREST PRO HEALTH..but I read many complaints people having inside of mouth and gums peeling, blistering, sores, and burning when and long after using. Anyone had this experience with Crest Pro Health…I am scared to try or use it after reading all this bad experiences from it. What other good toothpaste is there that is medicated to help gingivitis and bleeding gums.

    • ANSWER:
      Hi
      Don’t worry there are solutions to prevent gums try my home made remedies:-

      Bleeding gums is mainly due to inadequate plaque removal from teeth to the gums. This will lead to a condition called gingivitis, or inflammation of the gums.

      How to prevent bleeding gums?

      However, prevention is always the best medicine, so that bleeding gums and potentially serious diseases that accompany it, maintaining a simple, comprehensive dental care routine to keep your mouth closed in the state of origin and bleeding gums red and swollen and bleeding gums “To avoid blisters to be held in check. Bleeding gums may be banned in a number of ways.

      • Rub a solution of baking soda and water on your gums and brush your teeth. Baking soda neutralizes the activity of bacteria in the mouth.
      • A healthy diet is low in saturated fat and rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains is beneficial in curing the disease.
      • Make a mixture of baking soda and water. Dab the area with a finger, then brush with spices. Not only would it be healed, but also neutralizes the acid by bacteria.
      • Toothpaste sage oil, peppermint oil, chamomile tincture, juice of Echinacea purpurea, myrrh tincture tinctures and rhatany.
      • Gargle with triphala concoction is beneficial to treat gingivitis. In a glass of warm water, add a teaspoon of powdered Triphala. Gargle with this combination.
      • Quit smoking. It is a simple step. However, smokers have seven times more likely to suffer from gum infections than those who do not. Put the cigarette, and you have a better chance of healing of your gums at a much faster rate.

34. QUESTION:
    What does it mean that my gums are bleeding?
    I am flossing and my gums are bleeding somewhat? Do I have a gum disease?

    • ANSWER:
      if your gums are infected & inflamed & swollen, they will bleed with the touch. IT means you need to get it checked up with a dentist & see if you have plaque collection.

35. QUESTION:
    what should I do about bleeding gums?
    I have just one area of gums between two teeth that has been bleeding for a couple of weeks. I have been giving that area extra attention with flossing and brushing and using Listerine Total care mouthwash for gingivitis twice daily for the past week. The bleeding seemed better initially but is still bleeding some. Should I have this checked by Dentist, doctor or just continue for a week or so to see if it improves?

    • ANSWER:
      Same thing happened to me but I just kept flossing regularly and the bleeding stopped.
      I say you just continue for another week and if it’s still bleeding then go see a dentist.

36. QUESTION:
    Bleeding gums as easily as sucking hard on them. Quick fix or a serious problem?
    I’ve always had healthy teeth. But now my gums are bleeding daily when I suck hard on them. Why and is this a serious problem that could get out of hand? I smoke and drink coffee plus the last month have been chaotic where haven’t been brushing as often as usual.

    • ANSWER:
      You could have the start of gum disease. I would, if I were you, start a healty regimen of brushing and flossing until the bleeding stops when you’re doing either one. If it doesn’t stop after a reasonable time frame (1-2 weeks) I’d make an appointment with a dentist.

37. QUESTION:
    How often do bleeding gums mean leukemia?
    My boyfriend says that every time he brushes lately he bleeds a lot from his gums. They don’t hurt at all and he has not switched toothbrushes or anything like that. It came on suddenly a few days ago. About a month ago he had pain in his arm as well. How likely is it that he may have leukemia?

    • ANSWER:
      I had similar thing to my gum and it end up to be that I needed cleaning for my teeth badly. after doing it, just a week or two, it has gone… also mouth smell became much better…
      so I suggest to see a dentist before jumping into conclusions

38. QUESTION:
    Is there any solution for bleeding gums?
    I have to visit the dentist every 6 months because I have bleeding gums.The dentist cleans the teeth,the gums don’t bleed for a while but again after few days they start to bleed.Is there any solution so that I don’t have to visit the dentist & what are the reasons for bleeding gums?

    • ANSWER:
      you maybe brushing your teeth too hard, try to carefully brush teeth in a proper technique. also try to replace your toothbrush with the one that has soft bristles. if your gums are sensitive, try to seek help from a dentist this can be another issue that you might not take for granted. have proper oral hygiene always.

      persistent bleeding gums can be signs of gum disease or periodontal disease. this is high time that you consult a dentist. failure to treat this can make teeth start to fall out. do not forget to maintain practicing good oral hygiene like careful brushing and flossing.

      be warned about the early stage of gum disease do not take this for granted for a host of health problems can be brought by gum disease. visit http://www.oramd.co.uk for more tips about good gum care.

39. QUESTION:
    post dental deep cleaning – gums bleeding – should I wait a night before brushing teeth?
    Just got a deep teeth cleaning this morning. A part of my gums are still bleeding. But I see a lot of food stuck on my teeth. Should I wait on brushing my teeth tonight? Or should I just rinse my mouth? But isn’t rinsing bad while my gums are trying to heal? What should I do?

    • ANSWER:
      brush your teeth very gently

40. QUESTION:
    Is it normal to have bleeding gums while teething?
    Me again with yet another teething question… what would I do without this site??

    I am yet to see/feel any teeth but last night he was biting on a plastic cup and started screaming worse than I have ever heard before. When I looked in his mouth I noticed that his gums were bleeding but still no sign of a tooth! Is this normal?

    • ANSWER:
      Have you felt any bumps on his gums at all ? If so, then the tooth is close to the surface and trying to break through the gums. Yes it is going to hurt a bit. We all went thru it….If you don’t feel any bumps in the gums, and he is bleeding at the gums…I would have him seen by his Doctor. Not a Dentist. I am not positive, but I think he is too young to see a Dentist.
      He could have something in his gums that he picked up, like a splinter off a wood toy….or a small piece of metal….could be several things caught in there. And yes he will scream if it moves, just like a splinter in your finger.
      A tip: To help my Son get those teeth thru…I gave him very cold apple slices and that did the trick. While teething…I gave him Frozen Green beans, not French Cut…the regular fat ones. He could hold them just right, and bite them. They were soothing, and had more flavor than the frozen teething plastic gell filled things. BUT….I watched him like a Cat watching a Mouse. I didn’t take my eyes off him for a second.

41. QUESTION:
    My boyfriend and I both have bleeding gums?
    Both myself and my boyfriend are experiencing bleeding gums. We live in different states and haven’t seen each other for three weeks. We both started experience bleeding gums about a week ago. Is this just a coincidence or could there be a more serious problem?

    • ANSWER:
      hmmm.. could be periodontal disease; just happening coincidentally at the same time. (that’s no biggie….you have to floss more)

      BUUUT, it could be a sign of another oral problem. …perhaps you should go get checked out to be on the safe side.

      I’d lean toward the periodantal disease, though.

42. QUESTION:
    How can I reverse bleeding gums until I get dental coverage?
    I currently experience some gum bleeding almost every time I brush. I normally brush twice a day, but I have increased the amount/duration of brushing in an effort to keep my mouth clean and kill the gingivitis. I usually use listerine immediately after brushing. I also have a bottle of Chlorhexidine (not sure of the spelling) which was prescribed to me about a year and a half ago when my wisdom teeth were breaking through. The expiration date has passed, so I am reluctant to use it. Is the expiration date on Chlorhexidine important? My bottle says to discard after 4/11/06, but I was hoping that it would last longer.

    Other things to consider:
    - I currently have no dental insurance, but I expect to be insured when I graduate law school in 5/07, so I’d like to avoid having to go for now
    - I have ordered a Sonicare e9000 electric brush, hopefully this will help matters
    - I read some favorable reviews of the Oral-B Hummingbird electric flosser. Is it any good?

    • ANSWER:
      Listerine doesn’t kill the gingivitis, but it does kill the germs that cause the gingivitis (just like the bottle says). Continue using the Listerine, and do not used expired products, as there are chemicals that, after a certain period, do not perform as they are supposed to perform (like chemical breakdown).
      If you are having a large amount of bleeding from brushing, try the following:
      1: Get a soft-bristled toothbrush, and replace it every 3-4 months.
      2: Be sure to brush your gums while you brush your teeth, as this may break loose some build-up under the gumline.
      3: Try the brush-floss-brush again method. It worked for me once.
      4: Don’t overbrush. Usually 2-3 minutes is a good time for brushing, and brushing for long periods may tear your gums more than they can heal in between brushings.
      5: Brush and floss after every meal until you get to the dentist and get that dental work (may require quadrant detail cleaning such as scaling, where they clean under the gums, and planing, where they surgically move the gum from the tooth, clean the tooth quadrant, then surgically stitch the gums back around the areas to help promote gum growth, it’s not painful, don’t be scared of the dentist’s office). Food that sits in between your teeth from lunch until you’re ready to go to bed is allowed to wedge into the affected bleed areas, and may cause more buildup under the gumline.

43. QUESTION:
    Are Bleeding gums automatically a sign of gum disease?
    Everytime I brush my teeth, my gums bleed. I do have a toothbrush with hard bristles. However, if there is a chance of gingivitus I would like to get it fixed.

    • ANSWER:
      Bleeding is a sign of gum disease and is NOT normal. I would think that you might be brushing just a little too hard, but it would actually hurt if you were brushing too hard, and if it is happening EVERY time then I know it is not from something else. While some medications could cause bleeding gums and dilantin hyperplasia (gingival overgrowth), you didn’t say you were taking any medications so I assume you probably just have gingivitis. It is very common, and many people think it is because their gums are weak or soft, however that is not so. Healthy gingiva should be firm and pale pink, not red or swollen. You need to see your dental hygienist to get a cleaning and treat it before it becomes worse. Also, switch to a soft bristled toothbrush. I would also recommend using Listerine to help flush your gingiva from bacteria under your gumline. Be sure and brush at least 2x a day and floss as well:)

44. QUESTION:
    what can i do to stop my gums from constantly bleeding?
    I have tried CoQ10, i rinse with peroxide and listerine, but my gums constantly bleed. Most of the time my saliva has blood in it. I know I have periodontal disease I can see where my gums have receded. I just want to know what I can do to make them stop bleeding, I’m tired of being able to taste blood all the time.

    • ANSWER:
      there is no use using CoQ10 or any anti oxidants when the cause is not treated. If you have periodontal problem, only a dentist can cure you. You may need some antibiotics like oflox + Tini for some time & oral prophalix done. If it is sevear, you may need gum tretment or a flap surgery. After that proper oral hygein is important to maintain good gum health.

45. QUESTION:
    Why are my gums bleeding so much after i floss?
    Okay i haven’t flossed my teeth in a while and i started flossing daily a week ago and it still bleeds alot. I have to rinse after every space i floss in between. When will it stop bleeding?

    • ANSWER:
      Your gums might need time to adjust to flossing. Just make sure not to brush and floss hard so as to tear or damage your teeth and gums. Use mouthwash as well to avoid bacteria from entering the bleeding gums. Keep up with proper oral hygiene and healthy lifestyle to avoid gum disease and other dental threats.

46. QUESTION:
    Bleeding gums voice perform by James Earl Jones?
    When Bleeding Gums say goodbye to Lisa, in the clouds appeared three characters. All three originally voices are from the deep amazing voice of James Earl Jones. Its a coincidence? In the early Simpson’s episodes some actors didn’t put the real names, but some clues appears (Dustin Hoffman in the substitute teacher for example). Maybe the characters in the clouds was a way to tell the fans. Maybe just a coincidence.

    • ANSWER:
      Ron Taylor did the voice

47. QUESTION:
    Why are my gums bleeding when I brush my teeth?
    For the past few weeks, the gum under the teeth on the sides of my mouth are swollen and look like they have a cut on them. So it hurts when I brush my teeth so I have to be really sensative around those & now they arent white like the rest of my teeth. I brush twice a day, mouthwash, and occasionaly use floss. Why on earth are my gums like this?

    • ANSWER:
      It could be that your toothbrush bristles are hard and you may be brushing your teeth with too much pressure. But take note, bleeding gums is a sign of gum disease that should not be taken for granted. Make sure that you know the proper techniques of brushing. Protect yourself from the complications of gum disease and seek help from a dental expert on how to fight the effects of the common health risk.

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48. QUESTION:
    Is it bad to have bleeding gums after brushing teeth?
    I just got done brushing my teeth, and my gums were bleeding in 5 or 6 places. What does that mean?!?!?!?!?

    • ANSWER:
      Here are some questions for you, do you have sensitive gums? Are you using hard bristle toothbrush? are you brushing your teeth hard? If yes, then the problem is the way you brush your teeth and the toothbrush you use. Too hard brushing on your teeth can make your gums bleed. If not, you should see a dentist and ask for a possible solution for it.

49. QUESTION:
    What causes bleeding gums and aside from the?
    obvious brushing your teeth and flossing more ~ what natural cures are there for helping the
    gums stop bleeding?

    thanks…

    • ANSWER:
      Increase your Vitamin C intake and brush with a soft toothbrush 3 times a day, floss and rinse your mouth with warm salt water throughout the day. Be sure to eat a balanced diet and get some exercise (walking) to reduce your stress.

50. QUESTION:
    My gums are bleeding from braces is that normal?
    My gums are bleeding at the root of my teeth, i just got braces on wensday and its thursday night, i tried flossing and i noticed my teeth were bleeding, are my braces on to tight or is this normal?

    • ANSWER:
      1. it’s common to bleed from flossing if you haven’t been doing it often. keep at it. it’ll stop soon.
      2. flossing technique could be traumatic. unlikely when you’ve got braces tho.
      3. braces don’t clamp onto the gums.

      there is most likely is no problem with the braces.

      have fun with eating in the next week or so!